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Rather, Autism Speaks provides general information about autism as a service to the community. The information provided in this tool kit is not a recommendation, referral or endorsement of any resource, therapeutic method, or service provider and does not replace the advice of medical, legal or educational professionals. Autism Speaks has not validated and is not responsible for any information or services provided by third parties. You are urged to use independent judgment and request references when considering any resource associated with the provision of services related to autism.  \n© 2018 Autism Speaks Inc. Autism Speaks and Autism Speaks Design are registered trademarks owned by Autism Speaks Inc. All rights reserved. The use of unaffiliated representatives  \nfor endorsement, advertising, promotional and sales material is prohibited by law.  \nAggressive and  \nChallenging Behaviors Tool Kit  \nJohnny runs away and requires constant supervision. Susie screams and covers her ears whenever an airplane is overhead—and she always hears them before anyone else. She screams other times too and it is hard to get her to stop. Tommy refuses to wear shoes and throws them at anyone who tries to get him to put them on. Maria doesn’t like riding the bus, and bites her mom each day as it rolls up to the bus stop. Jose will only eat three foods, and they can never touch each other on his plate or everybody is sorry. Sally hits herself in the head whenever someone tells her ‘no.’  \nSometimes the difficulties of autism can lead to behaviors that are quite challenging for us to understand and address. Most individuals with autism will display challenging behaviors of some sort at some point in their lives. These behaviors can often be the result of the underlying conditions associated with autism.  \nPurpose and Scope of this Tool Kit  \nChallenging behaviors represent some of the most concerning and stressful features of autism. These behaviors can often cause harm or damage, family and staff stress, isolation, and caregiver burnout. Parents may feel guilty or responsible, but it is important to know that you should not blame yourself for behaviors that you find difficult. Sometimes, the extraordinary steps parents go through for their children with complex needs might not be enough, and additional supports and resources might be necessary. It is important not to think of your child, or these behaviors, as ‘bad,’ but to learn how to better understand and respond to challenging situations to make them more manageable for everyone. Hopefully this kit will help provide you with strategies and resources, and lead you to professionals within your community.  \nFor the purposes of this tool kit, we classify challenging behaviors as behaviors that:  \n􀀁 are harmful (to the individual or others)  \n􀀁 are destructive  \n􀀁 prevent access to learning and full participation in all aspects of community life  \n􀀁 cause others to label or isolate the individual for being odd or different  \nChallenging behaviors can occur throughout the lifespan of an individual with autism. The core and associated symptoms of autism can adjust over time and as a result, many individuals with autism experience changes at various stages of life that might result in new behaviors. An individual’s behavior can often vary considerably even minute by minute in response to internal (such as stomach pain) or external (people, places, noises, activity levels, etc.) issues. In addition, many individuals with autism experience other associated concerns and co-occurring (co-morbid ) conditions that can layer on additional concerns, such as those described here and here.  \nAs time passes, families and caregivers adapt to meet the needs and demands of their loved ones. At times their responses and expectations can drift into a place that becomes difficult for everyone. These feelings often increase stress levels and may even","cbCaiiEa5Nn4rUhP","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiiEa5Nn4rUhP","pdf",4509552,"English","# Purpose and Scope of this Tool Kit\n## What Are Challenging Behaviors?\n## Behaviors Across the Lifespan\n## Family and Caregiver Adaptation\n## Crisis Levels as Children Age","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose and scope of this tool kit?\",\"answer\":\"It aims to provide strategies and resources to help families better understand and respond to challenging situations related to autism. 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